Artificial intelligence as a clinical decision support tool in the diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory dermatoses
https://doi.org/10.21518/ms2026-277
Abstract
Artificial intelligence (AI) in dermatovenereology has, in recent years, evolved from an experimental concept into an effective tool for clinical decision support. Modern algorithms demonstrate high diagnostic accuracy in the recognition of skin neoplasms and inflammatory dermatoses, and their use by physicians improves the sensitivity and specificity of diagnosis. AI is actively applied in the analysis of clinical images, teledermatology, confocal microscopy, and histological studies, enabling more objective assessment of skin lesions and monitoring of disease dynamics. AI is of particular importance in the management of patients with allergic dermatoses, where the clinical presentation is often complicated by secondary infection. Clinical decision support systems can detect microsigns of inflammation, assess the risks of bacterial and fungal complications, and recommend preventive therapeutic approaches. This facilitates earlier and more justified use of combination topical therapy. Combination preparations containing glucocorticosteroids, an antibiotic, and an antifungal agent allow simultaneous control of inflammation and the infectious component. The use of such agents as Akriderm GK demonstrates high clinical efficacy and rapid achievement of remission. The integration of AI into clinical practice improves diagnostic accuracy, accelerates therapeutic decision-making, and reduces the risk of complications. At the same time, the key role in decision-making remains with the physician, while AI serves as an adjunct tool that enhances clinical reasoning and improves the quality of medical care.
About the Authors
O. V. ZhukovaRussian Federation
Olga V. Zhukova, Dr. of Sci. (Med.), Professor, Head of the Department of Dermatovenerology, Allergology and Cosmetology, Institute of Medicine, RUDN University; 6, Miklukho-Maklai St., Moscow, 117198, Russia; Chief Physician, Moscow Scientific and Practical Center of Dermatovenereology and Cosmetology
6, Miklukho-Maklai St., Moscow, 117198,
17, Leninskiy Ave., Moscow, 119071
O. L. Novozhilova
Russian Federation
Olga L. Novozhilova, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Organizational and Methodological Work
17, Leninskiy Ave., Moscow, 119071
V. S. Akulinkin
Russian Federation
Vsevolod S. Akulinkin, Student, Institute of Medicine
6, Miklukho-Maklai St., Moscow, 117198
S. I. Artemyeva
Russian Federation
Sofya I. Artemyeva, Dermatovenereologist, Researcher of the Department of Clinical Dermatovenereology and Cosmetology, Moscow Scientific and Practical Center of Dermatovenereology and Cosmetology; Assistant Professor of the Department of Dermatovenerology, Allergology and Cosmetology, Institute of Medicine, RUDN University
17, Leninskiy Ave., Moscow, 119071,
6, Miklukho-Maklai St., Moscow, 117198
E. N. Suvorova
Russian Federation
Ekaterina N. Suvorova, Resident Physician, Institute of Medicine
6, Miklukho-Maklai St., Moscow, 117198
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For citations:
Zhukova OV, Novozhilova OL, Akulinkin VS, Artemyeva SI, Suvorova EN. Artificial intelligence as a clinical decision support tool in the diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory dermatoses. Meditsinskiy sovet = Medical Council. 2026;(13):352-358. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.21518/ms2026-277
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